Sea fog is along the Tampa Bay Gulf Coast right now with light onshore wind and cool water temperatures.
What You Need To Know
- Sea fog is common in the winter
- Cool water temperatures, high humidity and onshore winds create it
- A cold front will deliver much drier and colder air by Thursday
It is a common occurrence during the winter months as the water temperatures drop. Any time we get slightly higher humidity and an onshore wind, it can happen.
A Dense Fog Advisory is in effect until 9 a.m. Wednesday for Tampa Bay's offshore waters.
Florida Highway Patrol is urging caution because of the reduced visibility along the Skyway Bridge and other area roadways. Reduce speed, increase following distance and keep your low-beam headlights on.
Expect bouts of reduced visibility along the coast until a stronger cold front pushes much drier, colder air in later Thursday.
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